Hospital Transport Technician: Patient & Materials

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); Sur place; USD 29 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flex. 4

Short- & Long-Term DisabilityInsurance

Pension Plan

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development

Résumé du poste

University Hospital in Newark, NJ is seeking a dedicated Transport Associate to move patients and materials safely across all ages under supervision. You will support patient care by delivering specimens, packages, and lab items, and perform routine equipment checks.

You will use pagers and safety protocols, complete body mechanics and CPR training, and adapt to rotating shifts. This role emphasizes reliability, professionalism, and teamwork in a busy hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year customer service experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English effectively to perform job duties.
• Ability to interact professionally with a diverse range of patients and healthcare staff.
• Must be physically capable of walking and standing for extended periods.
• Able to push, pull, lift, and bend with proper hand‑eye coordination as outlined in PM&R Physical Assessment.
• Must complete University Hospital’s body mechanics training within three (3) months of hire.
• Ability to complete CPR training as required.
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to changing staffing needs and rotating shifts with advance notice.

Responsabilités

• Transports patients safely across all age groups.
• Operates under supervision of a Manager or Supervisor.
• Delivers patient‑related items including specimens, oxygen tanks, packages, requisitions, supplies, lab samples, and medication orders.
• Uses pagers, locks, and other transport devices as needed.
• Ensures proper handling and timely delivery of materials to support patient care.
• Conducts routine preventive maintenance and safety checks on transport equipment.
• Adheres to hospital protocols and safety standards during all transport activities.

Connaissances

Customer service

English proficiency

Reading & writing

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

CPR training

Shifts flexibility

Teamwork

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Outils

Pagers

Locks

Description du poste

University Hospital in Newark, NJ is seeking a dedicated Transport Associate to move patients and materials safely across all ages under supervision. You will support patient care by delivering specimens, packages, and lab items, and perform routine equipment checks.

You will use pagers and safety protocols, complete body mechanics and CPR training, and adapt to rotating shifts. This role emphasizes reliability, professionalism, and teamwork in a busy hospital environment.